Fragments from the Commentary on Ezekiel

Origenes. Origenis Opera Omnia, Volume 7 (Patrologia Graeca, Tomus 17). La Rue, Charles de, editor; La Rue, Charles Vincent de, editor. Paris: J. P. Migne, 1857.

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This work consists of fragments of a Christian and allegorical commentary on specific passages of the Old Testament Book of Ezekiel. The author meticulously interprets the symbolic depictions in Ezekiel to uncover the spiritual truths behind them. First, interpreting chapter 30, the author views Pharaoh as a symbol of the devil, explaining that God breaking Pharaoh's arms represents the destruction of sinful deeds and unfaithful thoughts. Moving to chapter 32, the author offers an allegorical reading of Pharaoh's actions and explores the description of the grave by referencing the polysemy of the Hebrew language. Finally, in the commentary on chapter 44, the "shut gate facing east" is examined as a symbol of divine mystery, representing the prophetic words that remained sealed until the coming of Christ. Throughout these fragments, the author consistently demonstrates how Old Testament prophecies find their ultimate fulfillment and revelation in Christ.